Day: August 26, 2024
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NY Governor Hochul Provides Task Force Update After Three-Month Blitz to Shut Down Unlicensed Cannabis Stores
Governor Hochul’s Illicit Cannabis Enforcement Task Force has shut down over 1,000 illegal cannabis shops across New York, helping protect communities and support licensed retailers. The task force has seized nearly 7,500 pounds of illegal cannabis valued at $28.9 million, which has led to a significant increase in legal cannabis sales—more than doubling compared to…
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NYC Mayor Adams Launches “Money in Your Pocket” Initiative Across More Than 20 Neighborhoods to Help Deliver Benefits Directly to New Yorkers, Make New York City More Affordable
The “Money in Your Pocket” initiative directly benefits New Yorkers by connecting them to over 70 city, state, and federal programs that can help make living in New York City more affordable. Trained city staff and CUNY students will visit more than 20 underserved neighborhoods and NYCHA buildings weekly, ensuring that eligible residents can access…